How to replace the rear shocks 2014 – 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3

Chapter 1:

Remove the shock absorber

Step 1/5

Brush off the bolts of the rear shock and spray the bolts with penetrating oil.

Chapter 1:

Step 2/5

Using a ratchet and 21mm socket, unscrew the shock’s lower retaining bolt. Block the rotation of the holding nut with a 21mm wrench. Then remove the bolt.

Chapter 1:

Step 3/5

Using a ratchet and a 21 mm socket, unscrew the upper fastening bolt of the shock.

Chapter 1:

Step 4/5

Hold the shock absorber with one hand and finish unscrewing the retaining bolt with the other.

Chapter 1:

Step 5/5

You can now take extract the shock.

Chapter 2:

Clean

Step 1/1

Using a wire brush, brush off the locations of the shock absorber to make it easier to install.

Chapter 3:

Prepare the new shock absorber

Step 1/3

Take your new shock.

Chapter 3:

Step 2/3

Before installing the new shocks, it is necessary to prime them by pressing the shock vertically, so that the gas and hydraulic fluid are separated.

Chapter 3:

Step 3/3

Your new rear shock is now ready to be installed.

Chapter 4:

Install the new shock

Step 1/6

Insert the shock starting from the top part.

Chapter 4:

Step 2/6

Screw the bolt back in roughly by hand.

Chapter 4:

Step 3/6

Insert the shock into its lower slot. Then, install the lower retaining bolt.

Chapter 4:

Step 4/6

Once in place, screw the retaining nut back on. Finish tightening the lower nut using a torque wrench.

Chapter 4:

Step 5/6

You can then screw the upper bolt back in using a ratchet. Finish tightening using a torque wrench.

Chapter 4:

Step 6/6

Operation complete.